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former-republican

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11. Get an auto with a light attached
Wed Sep 19, 2012, 09:20 PM
Sep 2012

Chances are in a stressful situation you won't even see the laser.
You won't care about the laser you'll want to identify your target.

Many self defense shooting situations in the home will happen in lowlight.
Since you're asking what type of handgun to buy. I take it you have no training in shooting.
I'm assuming this is your first gun purchase ? (please correct me if I'm wrong)


I showed you some links with some 9mm autos and a light.
I tend to use either 9mm or 45ACP for most of my carry guns , both calibers are fine.
If I was you I would go fire a few handguns then decide which caliber you prefer.

Another option which I think is the best is purchase a Remington 870 12 gauge for home defense.
Get a box of 00 buck and call it a day.
Just remember to have a good light.


http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/884/products_id/38991/Overstock+Guns/S/W%20M/P%209mm%2017RD%20NO%20MAG%20SFTY/



http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/21_43/products_id/73201/Glock++17+Full+Size+9mm+Auto+Fixed+Sights+10-Round


http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/26_44_702/products_id/59436/Streamlight+TLR3+Compact+Rail+Mounted+Tactical+Light

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You will probably be locked. oneshooter Sep 2012 #1
I hope it isn't locked. This has to do with the carrying of firearms for self-defense, not sport. rDigital Sep 2012 #2
Thanks oneshooter! ohiosmith Sep 2012 #3
As long as you can handle it comfortably and fire it accurately you should be fine Trunk Monkey Sep 2012 #4
Thanks! ohiosmith Sep 2012 #16
Good revolvers... but if you don't plan on carrying concealed, get something "Bigger" OneTenthofOnePercent Sep 2012 #5
Smith 686 in .357 mag for the win. rDigital Sep 2012 #8
I really want to pick up a S&W Talo 686+ OneTenthofOnePercent Sep 2012 #39
Many thanks! ohiosmith Sep 2012 #17
I like my M638 pipoman Sep 2012 #6
We just went thru this picking my wife a CCW. ileus Sep 2012 #7
I would go with a SIG Sauer P220. GreenStormCloud Sep 2012 #9
I want a 220 SAO... ileus Sep 2012 #12
Then just get a 1911. Clames Sep 2012 #42
+1 alabama_for_obama Sep 2012 #41
My 2 Penny's Worth holdencaufield Sep 2012 #10
I also recommend a shotgun for home defense former-republican Sep 2012 #13
Shotguns take just as much training as handguns. PavePusher Sep 2012 #19
no they don't former-republican Sep 2012 #44
Expound, please. n/t PavePusher Sep 2012 #45
Ok former-republican Sep 2012 #50
This message was self-deleted by its author AnotherMcIntosh Sep 2012 #51
I like my 12 gauge for those very same reasons. Tuesday Afternoon Sep 2012 #14
Absolutely, the 12 gauge is the best home protection weapon... rvt1000rr Sep 2012 #52
Get an auto with a light attached former-republican Sep 2012 #11
If you want a revolver for home defense, I suggest SW 627 Performance Center aikoaiko Sep 2012 #15
I'll be getting a 627 the day it comes standard with a 3" barrel. trouble.smith Sep 2012 #21
Most of what I had to say has already been said Reasonable_Argument Sep 2012 #18
It's an inadequate handgun chambered in an inadequate round. trouble.smith Sep 2012 #20
I wouldn't say it's inadequate former-republican Sep 2012 #22
You're right. It's woefully inadequate. trouble.smith Sep 2012 #25
Not to start the whole "great caliber debate" here but... Reasonable_Argument Sep 2012 #28
It's definitely the minimum. trouble.smith Sep 2012 #29
I like Glocks and .45s Reasonable_Argument Sep 2012 #30
I have owned 6 Glock 21s. I own a 21C currently. trouble.smith Sep 2012 #37
On second thought, if it's home protection you have in mind. Long guns are king. AR-15. FTW. nt rDigital Sep 2012 #23
NOBODY should use an assault rifle for home defense! MercutioATC Sep 2012 #26
: ) it's a DEFENSE rifle! nt rDigital Sep 2012 #38
I currently use a S&W Model 642 Airweight as my prime home defense and carry gun. ... spin Sep 2012 #24
guns should be veganlush Sep 2012 #27
Why? n/t PavePusher Sep 2012 #33
Please don't feed the trolls nt Reasonable_Argument Sep 2012 #34
The best gun to have in a self-defense situation is a gun. Atypical Liberal Sep 2012 #31
Thanks to all for your responses and guidance. ohiosmith Sep 2012 #32
If your circumstances dictate a handgun as a primary home-defense gun... krispos42 Sep 2012 #35
This message was self-deleted by its author Reasonable_Argument Sep 2012 #36
S&W in .460 XVR. Clames Sep 2012 #43
Yeah, but that's one hell of an expensive gun! krispos42 Sep 2012 #47
Worth every penny too. Clames Sep 2012 #49
I remember seeing some fellow's exploded thumb from placing it over the cylinder gap aikoaiko Sep 2012 #64
I've had my CCW for about 3 weeks now OriginalGeek Sep 2012 #40
The best handgun for home protection is the one the Police officer is carrying Doug.Goodall Sep 2012 #46
And you base this information on what? oneshooter Sep 2012 #48
. former-republican Sep 2012 #53
Good advice! rrneck Sep 2012 #54
Because police officers just magically teleport within seconds of calling 911. Clames Sep 2012 #55
But you can still have the line open former-republican Sep 2012 #56
And your suggestions for what to do while waiting for the police? PavePusher Sep 2012 #57
I'm pretty sure his post was tongue and cheek former-republican Sep 2012 #58
Sadly, there are many people here who actually believe that set off statements. PavePusher Sep 2012 #61
This message was self-deleted by its author AnotherMcIntosh Sep 2012 #59
YHour home is best defended with a shotgun tortoise1956 Sep 2012 #60
My SD shotty is a M97 with hand guard and 18" bayonet. oneshooter Sep 2012 #62
I own two S&W Centennials but I don't carry them Kennah Sep 2012 #63
came late to the party .. but here is my 2 cents littlewolf Sep 2012 #65
I carry a J-Frame Smith daily. Callisto32 Sep 2012 #66
Smiths are very good guns .... I carry a Glock daily .... littlewolf Sep 2012 #67
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